Craftsman 917.273170 User Manual

Owner’s ManualCRRFTSMRNLAWN TRACTOR17.5 HR 42” Mower Electric Start 6 Speed TransaxleModel No.917.273170This product has a low emission engine which o

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (If previously removed)1. Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position.2. Place front of muicher plate over front of mo

OPERATIONThese symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.RNHL141REVERSENEUTRAL

KNOW YOUR TRACTORREADTHiS OWNER’S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTORCompare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize your

FORESnHTK BETTERThe operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear sa

• The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2 inches during the coo! season and to over 3 inches during hot months.For healthier and bette

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVELThe engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the factory, already filled with summer weight oil.

COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50“ F and below)6. When engine starts, leave throttle control in choke position until engine warms up and begins to run roughl

MAINTENANCEMAINTENANCE SCHEDULEFILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICECheck Brake Operation✓ ✓Check Tire Pressure✓✓Check Operator Presence and I

TRACTORAlways observe safety rules when performing any maintenance.BRAKE OPERATION if tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at hi

NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor is maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps or covers. Adding or checking level of

TABLE OF CONTENTSWarranty...2Maintenance...17Safety Rules...

AiR filterYour engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or every season. Se

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSAWARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, ggpoRE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set pa

TO level mower housingAdjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See “PRODUCT SPECI

Mandrel With Parking Brake “Engaged”Your tractor is equipped with an adjustabie brake system which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle.If tr

”T‘FiV\NS/^iXkl-.iE NI^UTRAL ADJUSTMENTThe transaxie should be in neutral when the gear shift lever is in neutral (N) (lock gate) position. The adjus

TOiDIZ!^^P^\/IГ r^AO.i tZQ. OiZX/CrPQIZKtlVIUVt L/At5Lc:Of KEiVizKotORDER-1. BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery.2.

ENGINEMaintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission control devices and systems, which are being done at the customers expense, may be performe

STORAGEimmediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more.AcAUTION: Never

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service centerPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONWill not start1.Out of fuel.1.F

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service centerPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONLoss of power 1. Cutting too m

SAFETY RULESIMPORTANT; This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety ins

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service centerPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONMower blades will not rotate1.

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273170SCHEMATICIGNITION SWITCHPOSITION CIRCUIT “MAKE^^OFF M+G+A1 NONERUN/LIGHT B+A1 A2+LRUN B+A1 NONESTART B + S +A1 NONE

REPAIR PARTSTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273170ELECTRICAL2232

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273170ELECTRICALKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 163465 Battery2 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20 unc x 3/48 176689 Box Battery16

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273170CHASSiS AND ENCLOSURES2S9Chassis-Laser -It.stli...39

TFiACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273170CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURESKEYNO.PARTNO. DESCRIPTION1 174619 Chassis2 176554 Drawbar5 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash9 187846X0

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273170GROUND DRIVE36

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273170GROUND DRIVEKEY PARTKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTIONNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 Transaxle (See Breakdown) 63 175410Pulley, Engi

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273170STEERING ASSEMBLY-381239138

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273170STEERING ASSEMBLYKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 184704X428 Steering Wheei2 184706 Axie Assembly3 169840 Spindle Assem

SAFETY RULESDO:• Mow up and down slopes, not across.• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven te

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273170ENGiNEKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 170545X505 Controi, Throttte/Choke 38 181654 Plug D

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273170LIFT ASSEMBLYKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 159460 Washer Asm Inner Spring13 STD624008 R

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273170SEAT ASSEMBLYKEY PART KEY PARTNO.NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 180597 Seat12 121246X Bracket Pnt Mounting Sw

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273170DECALSKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 156368 Decal, Open Instr.13 191018 Decal, Dash Pane

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273170MOWER DECK

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273170MOWER DECKKEY PARTKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTIONNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42"56 165723 Spa

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273170PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C15746

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273170PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545CKEY PARTKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTIONNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 772147 Transaxl

TFiACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273170KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490TYPE NUMBER 2753248

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273170KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490TYPE NUMBER 27532CYLiNDER HEADA/ALVE/BREATHERCRANKCASEKEY PARTKEY PARTNO. NO. descr

SAFETY RULESBe sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.Never carry passengers or children even wi

TFiACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273170KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490TYPE NUMBER 2753250

TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.273170KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490TYPE NUMBER 27532IGNITIONyELECTRICALBLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLESKEY PARTKEY PARTNO. NO

TFiACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273170KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490TYPE NUMBER 2753252

TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.273170KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490TYPE NUMBER 27532STARTING SYSTEMENGINE CONTROLSKEY PARTKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTIONNO.

TFÎACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273170KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490TYPE NUMBER 27532FUEL SYSTEMKEYNO.12345678910PARTNO.M-641060-SM-629116-S12-853-118

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATIONoioiCTinVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVV VVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVV VVVVVVWVVvT'ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT A

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONSGasoline 1.25Capacity andUnleadedType:RegularOil TypeSAE 10W30 (above 32T)(API-SG-SL): SAE 5W-30(below 32“F)Oil Capacity: W/Fllt

UNASSEMBLED PARTSsteering WheeloSteering Wheel Insert(1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28x1-1/4 (1) Locknut 1/2-20Steering Wheel Adapter(1) Large Flat Washer(1) Lockn

ASSEMBLY/PRE-OPERATiONYour new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To

5. Pivot seat and pan forward and assemble adjustment knob and fiat washer loosely. Do not tighten.6. Lower seat into operating position and sit in